Senior Vehicle Technician

Vay•Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

Vay is hiring a Senior Vehicle Technician to help build and scale its remotely operated vehicle fleet in Las Vegas. The role involves assembling and integrating mechanical, electrical, communication, camera, and sensor systems into vehicles and Tele-stations, then validating and troubleshooting those systems. The technician will work across mechanical, electrical, EV, embedded-electronics, and Linux-based systems, including challenges that may not have established procedures. The technician will coordinate vehicle builds and production progress, help deliver high-quality systems on schedule, mentor fellow technicians, and collaborate with engineering and operations teams. The role also contributes to continuous improvement through better assembly processes and LEAN manufacturing practices, while maintaining accurate digital build and maintenance records and high workshop safety, quality, and organization standards. Occasional overtime or holiday work may be needed when operationally required.

Requirements

At least 5 years of hands-on experience in automotive, EV, aerospace, or a similar technical maintenance or systems integration environment.
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, including wiring, soldering, and electronic system diagnostics.
Experience assembling, modifying, or integrating complex vehicle systems.
Confidence working with Linux-based systems and computer-based diagnostic tools.
Experience applying LEAN manufacturing principles and improving workshop or production processes.
A proactive, hands-on approach and ability to solve unfamiliar technical challenges independently.
Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset.
Ability to work effectively across engineering and operations teams.
A technical trade qualification, Associate Degree, or equivalent practical experience.
Flexibility to support occasional overtime or holiday work when operationally required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with prototype, experimental, or custom vehicle builds.
Familiarity with EV technology, embedded systems, cameras, sensors, or autonomous vehicle hardware.
ASE or manufacturer certifications.

Responsibilities

Assemble, install, and integrate mechanical, electrical, communication, camera, and sensor systems into remotely operated vehicles and Tele-stations.
Perform system validation, diagnostics, and troubleshooting using multimeters, precision instruments, and computer-based diagnostic tools.
Identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, and software-related issues, including issues involving EV systems, embedded electronics, and Linux-based platforms.
Coordinate vehicle builds, track production progress, and ensure high-quality systems are delivered on schedule.
Share technical expertise, mentor fellow technicians, and help maintain a collaborative, high-performing workshop environment.
Identify opportunities to improve assembly processes, reduce inefficiencies, and introduce LEAN manufacturing practices.
Maintain accurate digital build and maintenance records and uphold workshop safety, quality, and organization standards.